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Jackson hosts 2024 Mayor’s Cup
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – A sold-out golf tournament in Jackson helped raise funds that will go toward teaching the game of golf and the game of life. The City of Jackson hosted the 2024 Mayor’s Cup at the Pete Brown Golf Course on Friday, August 30. “I’m happy to see people having a good time […]
WC Volleyball Claimed Victory in Three Sets Against VHS on Thursday
Warren Central High School volleyball team defeated Vicksburg High in three sets (25-11,25-16,25-17) on Thursday night. Melissa Herrle had 17 attacks with 11 going for a kill,13 serves, 6 of those were aces and she had 16 assists. Defensively she added 9 digs and a solo block. Ka’ryn Henderson had 8 kills on 13 attacks and added 6 assists. Ellie Tennison had 5 aces and KK Kelly had 9 assists to add to the offense for the night. KeKe McKay led the teams in digs and receptions while Arrionna Jenkins had 2 blocks and 3 kills.
Greyhounds Kick Off Season Tonight with Home Game and an All Blue Field
OS GREYHOUNDS - 20 * MADISON JAGUARS - 27 . Ocean Springs, MS -- Ocean Springs won its third consecutive region title last season. However, for the first time in that successful span, the Greyhounds fell in the opening round of the South State playoffs. Ocean Springs went 9-2 overall under...
St. Paul's Episcopal Sweeps Mobile Challenge of Champions Team Titles
MOBILE, Ala. (August 31) — While the field was smaller than in years past, the competition was still fierce in the 33rd annual Mobile Challenge of Champions Cross Country Meet held at Mobile’s Langan Park. Scheduling issues prevented many of the out-of-town teams, particularly Louisiana schools, from participating,...
Mean Green Dominates South Alabama
MOBILE, ALABAMA – Chandler Morris shone in his first start for the Mean Green, throwing for 415 yards and three touchdowns in a 52-38 win over South Alabama. Eric Morris, the head coach, praised Morris’s poise and playmaking ability. Senior wide receiver Damon Ward Jr. had a standout...
South Alabama falls to North Texas in season opener
MOBILE, Ala. (WALA) - The South Alabama Jaguars kicked off a new era with their season opening matchup against North Texas at Hancock Whitney Stadium. This was the first game as South’s head coach for Major Applewhite. Quarterback Gio Lopez set new school record for passing yards with 432...
Florida Memorial University volleyball falls to Mobile in home opener
MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. | In the home opener for Florida Memorial University's volleyball team, the Lions fell to the University of Mobile in three sets (25-10, 25-18, 25-17) at the FMU Wellness Center. FMU produced 19 kills as a team, with junior middle blocker Julia Carneiro leading the team with...
States force drugmakers to keep selling cheaper meds under federal program
In their ongoing quest to lower prescription drug prices, some states are forcing drugmakers to continue to sell cheaper medications to thousands of pharmacies through a federal drug-discount program. Under the 32-year-old 340B program, pharmaceutical companies that participate in Medicaid must sell outpatient drugs at discounted prices to clinics, community health centers and hospitals that […]
Mississippi sues drugmakers and pharmacy benefit managers over opioids
JACKSON, Miss. (AP) — The state of Mississippi is suing drug manufacturers and pharmacy benefit managers alleging that opioids were over-prescribed. Attorney General Lynn Fitch, a Republican, filed the suit Thursday in Hinds County Chancery Court in the state capital of Jackson. It names 13 companies as defendants and says they participated in “the worst man-made epidemic in modern medical history.” Pharmacy benefit managers run prescription drug coverage for clients including health insurers and employers that provide coverage. They help decide which drugs make a plan’s list of covered medications and can determine where patients fill prescriptions. The Mississippi lawsuit says pharmacy benefit managers “had a central role in facilitating the oversupply of opioids” and that the companies “intentionally inserted themselves into the chain of distribution and dispensing of prescription opioids.”
Agritourism continues to be a draw in Mississippi
STARKVILLE, Miss. (WJTV) – Farms are one of the most prominent symbols of agritourism in Mississippi, according to the Mississippi State University (MSU) Extension Service. Fall marks the time of year when this activity is at its peak, and one easy way to experience it firsthand with minimal advance planning is the Mississippi Hills Farm […]
Boler joins MDAC as Director of Administration
Jennifer Boler of Florence has been named the Director of Administration with the Mississippi Department of Agriculture and Commerce (MDAC). “I am proud to welcome Jennifer Boler on staff at the Mississippi Department of Agriculture and Commerce,” said Mississippi Commissioner of Agriculture and Commerce Andy Gipson. “Jennifer Boler’s extensive background of working in various administrative roles at other state agencies will be beneficial in creating new efficiencies.”
Update: Rip current statement issued for Mobile and Baldwin counties until Saturday evening
On Saturday at 3:28 p.m. an updated rip current statement was issued by the National Weather Service in effect until 7 p.m. for Mobile and Baldwin counties. "Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into deeper water," says the weather service. "Swim near a lifeguard. If caught in a rip current, relax and float. Don't swim against the current. If able, swim in a direction following the shoreline. If unable to escape, face the shore and call or wave for help."
Jaxson Dart turns in historic 1st half against Furman, sets new career-high in touchdowns
Jaxson Dart had a 1st half to remember against Furman. The Ole Miss quarterback set a new career-high with 6 total touchdowns before the break against the Paladins. Overall, he completed 22-of-27 pass attempts and threw for 418 yards. He’s the first SEC quarterback to throw for more than 350...
MSU Films’ documentary on first post-Sept. 11 football game to make national television debut
STARKVILLE, Miss. (WLOX) - Nine days following the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks that shook the nation, Mississippi State hosted one of the most impactful football games in American history. “9/20″, an MSU Films documentary that follows the 2001 SEC football game between Mississippi State and South Carolina, the first major...
The End Zone: Week Two
JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - Week two of high school football is here as teams set off on their quest to win a championship! To see full scores, click here. Our game of the week featured Vicksburg hosting the Holmes County Jaguars, with both teams eyeing a 1-0 start to the season.
‘They didn’t give up’: ACCS falls to Jackson Prep
FLOWOOD — Jackson Preparatory School quarterback Parker Puckett accounted for four total touchdowns, two passing and two rushing, as the MAIS Class 6A No. 1 ranked Patriots defeated the defending Class 5A state champion Adams County Christian School Rebels 37-7 last Friday night. Puckett completed six of eight passes for 132 yards, including touchdown passes […] The post ‘They didn’t give up’: ACCS falls to Jackson Prep appeared first on Mississippi's Best Community Newspaper.
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